Former England opener Geoffrey Boycott has criticised the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) for retaining head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key following England's Ashes defeat, questioning the lack of accountability.
Kolkata Knight Riders coach Shane Watson believes Cameron Green will not be affected by his high price tag and will play with freedom. Watson also mentioned Angkrish Raghuvanshi's readiness as a wicketkeeper and the team's efforts to bring Matheesha Pathirana to the squad.
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is facing logistical and contractual challenges as several overseas players withdraw to participate in the Indian Premier League (IPL), which offers more lucrative contracts. The PCB is considering actions against players breaching contracts but fears deterring future talent.
Australia's Fair Work Ombudsman is investigating the national cricket board's controversial pregnancy clause in contracts offered to elite women players.
The India A men's team is set to host Australia A for a shadow tour in September-October, featuring two four-day 'Test' matches and three List A games, as announced by the BCCI. The board also released a comprehensive schedule for men's and women's age-group and pathways teams, including series for the senior women's side.
Australia arrive in Pakistan for three-match T20I series ahead of T20 World Cup
The Pakistan Cricket Board insured all its future tour program (FTP) series amidst the prospect of touring teams, particularly Australia, backing out due to security concerns and political unrest. A senior board official said the insured series includes the Australian tour in March-April.
The sticking point remains the argument over a revenue share scheme which has underpinned contracts for 20 years.
Josh Hazlewood said he was taken aback by news of the financial pressures CA was under situation, given that the Australian cricket season was all but over when the national lockdown brought sport to a halt in March. Former Test players have already forecast swingeing cuts for cricketers' salaries as the sport faces an expected financial crisis.
Lucknow Super Giants face a crucial rebuilding phase after finishing last in IPL 2026 and Rishabh Pant stepping down as captain. From auction strategy and potential Hardik Pandya interest to coaching changes and retention plans, here's what lies ahead for LSG before IPL 2027.
Cricket Australia (CA) has already furloughed about 80 per cent of its workforce, while state associations have also made deep staff cuts in recent weeks.
Ben Stokes calls England's 4-1 Ashes loss his toughest phase as captain but vows to restore pride in the upcoming home Test summer, with ECB backing leadership.
In an era where today's cricketers seldom read reports or build personal bonds with journalists, these four belonged to a different, warmer time. They valued relationships. They acknowledged the storyteller.
RCB suffer early IPL 2026 setback as Nuwan Thushara fails Sri Lanka Cricket fitness test, delaying his availability for the tournament opener.
Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland rejected clarion calls for a formal review and said the game is in "good shape" despite the Test team's fifth successive defeat.
The Australians will reach Lahore on January 28 for the short series.
Babar Azam's first Big Bash League stint ended early as the Pakistan star returned home before Sydney Sixers' eliminator after an underwhelming season.
While ever more hostage to Twenty20's global carve-up, cricket will take a breath from next week to indulge its most time-honoured rivalry as Australia and England battle in the Ashes.
The source said that the PCB has now started the search for a new head coach of the Test side, and there could be an overhaul of the support staff as well.
Today, predictability has replaced volatility. When 200 becomes routine and chases follow a template, the element of surprise goes out the window and with it viewer engagement.
India's recent T20 World Cup victory signals a new era of dominance in the format, driven by strategic gameplay, exceptional talent, and the financial power of the BCCI, while other teams struggle to compete.
Kolkata Knight Riders' high-profile acquisition Cameron Green has resumed bowling in the nets and is "not far away" from doing so in an IPL match, bowling coach Tim Southee said.
Harmanpreet Kaur acknowledges India's batting struggles in the ODI series against Australia after consecutive defeats. Australia's Alyssa Healy praises young players Voll and Litchfield for their outstanding performance.
Ahead of IPL 2026, former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the role of Cameron Green at Kolkata Knight Riders, suggesting the franchise should consider cutting his pay if he does not bowl his full quota.
Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad have announced replacements for injured players ahead of IPL 2026.
Gujarat Titans' batting coach Matthew Hayden criticised the team's performance after their 99-run defeat to Mumbai Indians in the IPL, citing a poor batting display and ineffective death bowling as key factors in the loss.
Italy registered their first-ever T20 World Cup win, thrashing Nepal by 10 wickets as the Mosca brothers scripted history with an unbeaten 123-run stand.
These comments come after India recently announced their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026. Suryakumar Yadav is set to lead India in his first-ever ICC tournament as captain, with Axar Patel named as his deputy.
A Cricket Australia spokesman said on Wednesday that negotiations had advanced to the "final details" after days of lengthy talks with the Australian Cricketers' Association.
Jason Gillespie's short stint as Pakistan's Test coach ended amid internal friction rather than on-field failure, with the former Australian pacer now revealing serious governance issues within the PCB.
Matt Renshaw refuses to blame Colombo pitch after Australia's 23-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup, admitting the team "weren't good enough" in the chase.
Jos Buttler credits Matthew Hayden's advice and a break from the game for his return to form after struggling in the T20 World Cup.
When Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in full flow, everything else fades into the background. He has made a habit of taking on the best bowlers in the world and making them look ordinary.
Punjab Kings chase down 265 in a record-breaking run-fest against Delhi Capitals as KL Rahul smashes 152 and Shreyas Iyer seals historic win in IPL 2026.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia believes a first Women's World Cup win for India would be a seminal moment, much like Kapil Dev's team in 1983.
Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board to take a firm stand against India's refusal to accept the Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive century went in vain as Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma smashed half-tons as Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets.
Former Australia pacer Jason Gillespie and ex-Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi criticise the ICC for double standards after Bangladesh were replaced by Scotland in the T20 World Cup over security concerns.
Oman all-rounder Mohammad Nadeem will be the tournament's second-oldest player behind teammate Aamir Kaleem.
'Someone with a strong record against Australia, especially as a coach, is worth considering. Looking ahead to the Ashes in 2027, England might benefit from a different voice -- that extra 1% that helps teams win.'
